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Slovak PM Defies EU, Attends Moscow Victory Parade

4/16/2025

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Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico is set to attend the May 9 Victory Day Parade in Moscow, boldly challenging EU warnings linked to Russia's war in Ukraine. EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas cautioned that this decision could lead to serious repercussions, urging leaders to stand united with Ukraine. Fico, however, dismissed her comments as disrespectful.

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Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico is set to attend the May 9 Victory Day Parade in Moscow, boldly challenging EU warnings linked to Russia's war in Ukraine. EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas cautioned that this decision could lead to serious repercussions, urging leaders to stand united with Ukraine. Fico, however, dismissed her comments as disrespectful.